Position Openings

Below, you will find the current summer positions for which we are hiring at Castlewood Academy. To apply, please send your resume and letter of application to

Castlewood Academy ATTN: P. Sherman42 Wallaby WaySydney, SD 57222

Student Academic AssistantCastlewood Academy is accepting applications for a Student Academic Assistants in our JH and HS programs. Student Academic Assistants (SAAs) act as group advisers for our students. Each SAA is assigned to a specific dormitory, and the students in that dormitory become that SAA's proteges for the academic year (there are approximately twenty-five students assigned to each Academic Assistant). Assistants are expected to meet with each student under their watch at least once a week--more so, if the student is having any academic difficulties. Furthermore, SAAs must maintain a positive, close relationship with their students' teachers, staying abreast of current assignments and lessons.

SAAs are expected to be well-versed in all academic subjects and both practice and teach effective and healthy work habits. Applicants should also be able to effectively operate computers and programs which students are expected to use, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Drive. Throughout the academic year, Academic Assistants are expected to assist students with the following.

Complete homework

Manage the stress and anxiety of rigorous academic demands and being away from home

Develop healthy, responsible study habits

Prepare for and take college entrance exams, such as the ACT

Search for and assess post-secondary options

Complete college applications and essays

Complete scholarship applications and essays

SAAs are housed in their respective dormitories and are expected be positive role models in and outside the dormitories, wherever students are present.

Applicants should have a strong academic record and experience teaching and/or supervising children. Applicants should demonstrate maturity, a healthy work ethic, ability to work with others on a regular basis, and an enthusiasm for positively impacting high school or middle school students' lives.

House ParentAre you passionate about shaping the future of America’s Youth?

Castlewood Academy is changing the way America cares for children, families, and communities by providing and promoting an Integrated Continuum of Care that instills the Academy's values to strengthen body, mind, and spirit.Our mission is centered on creating an environment for children that includes trust, discipline, emotional support and respect. We believe that all children and youth have the potential to become bright, productive, adjusted, loving people.

OVERVIEW OF JOB:As a house parent, you will provide direct care for our students through creating a safe and loving family style living environment. Living on-site in a Castlewood-Academy Family home, you will provide youth with moral, emotional, and educational development needed for future success.

REQUIREMENTS:

Be at least 21 years of age or older

High School diploma or equivalent is required

A valid driver’s license with a good driving record and the ability to pass a MVR Check

Ability and desire to work and live with youth

Flexibility and willingness to work a wide array of hours, which will include days, evenings, weekends and holidays

Ability to pass a thorough background check and reference verification procedure in order to determine one’s fitness to satisfactorily and safely care for youth

Ability to attend a two weeks paid training in Sydney, SD

Maintenance Technician Castlewood Academy is currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Technician. Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for performing general/preventive maintenance and repairs on all physical structures and certain facility equipment, as well as grounds maintenance in compliance with established safety rules, policies and procedures.MTs will perform maintenance repairs such as: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc. They are responsible for maintaining curb appeal of the property, buildings and common areas.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete assigned work orders in a timely and professional manner.

Implement preventative maintenance.

Perform minor building, electrical, painting and plumbing repairs.

Keep an inventory of repair supplies and materials and prepares requests to purchase for signature of property manager as replacement needs indicate.

Complete final move-in and move-out inspections with property manager.

Turn units in a timely manner: including painting, carpet cleaning, general cleaning and other tasks needed to get a unit "rent ready."

Pick up and orders supplies from area vendors as needed while legally operating a registered and properly insured vehicle.

Be alert to any emergencies, suspicious persons or events and notify appropriate staff.

Job Requirements

Demonstrated ability to work independently, to organize work, to establish priorities, to follow defined procedures, and to follow through in the completion of tasks to meet established deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and in a business-like manner with other staff, residents, service workers, and others.

Demonstrated ability to deal with stressful situations in a calm, organized and effective manner.

Ownership of a car, or regular access to one, and ability to drive on company business. Must have a safe driving record.

Make sure that work by service providers is done regularly including garbage collection, snow plowing, grounds maintenance, and maintenance repairs.

Check fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and boilers according to your property specific preventative maintenance sheets. These should reflect state and city laws

QualificationsEffective oral communication is required. Applicant must be able to work independently, to organize work, to establish priorities, to follow defined procedures, and to follow through in the completion of tasks. Applicant must be able to physically operate a snow blower, vacuum cleaner, lawn mower, and small hand tools.